AIPAC-Backed Lawmakers Push Bill To Penalize Universities Over Israel Ties

AIPAC-funded members of Congress have introduced the Protect Economic and
Academic Freedom Act of 2025. Ana Kasparian discusses on The Young Turks.

A pair of U.S. Representatives, known to receive support from AIPAC, have introduced a new proposal that would cut federal funding to universities that enact boycotts or limit academic cooperation with Israeli institutions. The bill is titled the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2025. Under the bill’s terms, if a university officially endorses the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement or imposes restrictions on collaborations with Israeli universities, it would risk losing federal student aid and other funding. The sponsors argue this would defend academic and economic ties.

This move has sparked concern among critics. One key objection is that the legislation may infringe on freedom of speech. Opponents contend that universities often engage in boycotts as political expressions, and penalizing them could chill debate. Supporters counter that federal dollars should not go to institutions that discriminate against cooperation with U.S. allies. They argue there’s a distinction between private individuals’ expression and institutions receiving government funds.

This isn’t the first time Congress has weighed anti-boycott measures. The Israel Anti-Boycott Act, proposed years ago, similarly sought to penalize U.S. entities that support boycotts of Israel. That bill met heavy constitutional scrutiny, especially over First Amendment protections.

As of now, the new bill is under consideration in committee. Its fate remains uncertain. If it advances, colleges and universities will have to navigate a complex choice: align with student or faculty activism on Israel or risk losing federal support.


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